When it comes to fashion, I’m partial to a monochrome palette. I really am. There’s something about a neutral outfit in black, white, grey or all the above that looks perpetually polished and clean. I can rattle off a list of my favorite designers that, with a tiniest of tweaks and tricks, parlay a monotonous outfit to avant garde style worthy of fashion month circuits.
Case in point. Alexander Wang’s pioneer into the downtown-cool style with dual-toned utilitarian ensembles. Phoebe Philo heralding the start of the cool white + beige “minimal trend” for Céline. Perpetually savvy with a noteworthy myriad of luxe fabrics avec precise tailoring. Sharp. Presto. Magic.
Speaking of on-trend moments in the fashion world, a layering effect is a force to be reckoned with. So taking a cue from Burberry-clad mavens like Cara Delevingne and Olivia Palermo, who seamlessly mastered the tossed on poncho/cape look, I was delighted of my new fashion find this week — a black and white faux fur capelet from eShakti!
This graphic piece truly adds a glamorous edge to a run of the mill jacket or vest, not to mention snug while being animal cruelty-free! I love the wide spread collar (ideal for ladies with broad shoulders) and the two thirds sleeves for that peek-a-boo effect.
Of course there’s no shortage of styling options. Perched atop the shoulder. Worn over a silk button-down shirt. Pair it with bright leather skinnies like these pink ones I’m donning. The trick of the trade with making a neutral ensemble pop? Play up textures, mix ‘n match prints!
So whether you’re choice of clothing are retro A-line skirts or modern day culottes, time is not an essence here as much as adding an extra pep to a classic piece. So take a cue from Wang and Philo this season with their pastel-colored blazer and burgundy wool trench and turn a neutral ensemble on its ear with a hint of color. Like how the chromatic style-setters say it across the globe — make it fresh and make it fun! 🙂 Xo~ Lena
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Capelet: eShakti// Top: Banana Republic//Pants: Paige// Mules: Via Spiga// Bag: Marc Jacobs// Necklace: H&M
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In collaboration with eShakti; thoughts and opinions are my own.
Photos: Jason J Photography
I love the cape!! & again the shoes! Lovely outfit as always!! ❤️💋 Serene xoxox Happy Monday!!!
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Happy Monday to you too Serene! And I’m glad you liked this post. Have a wonderful start to your week! Much love 🙂
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Love the Cape. The overall look is fab.
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Thanks Mojisola! Have a happy Monday sweetie!
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love the cape and those shoessss! looking beautiful as always Lena! Happy Monday! 🙂
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Thanks Dee so happy to hear u enjoyed reading this post. Thought I’d add a pop of color to beat those Monday blues 🙂 Have a great day too dear! Xoxo
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Very nice. And those shoes again. Indian summer in Chicago?
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Thanks glad you liked it. Summer is gone too soon and we’re definitely making way to fall
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Great outfit as usual 🙂 mel
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Thanks Mel! Glad u liked it. Happy Monday!!
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I love the cape!!! ❤
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xo
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Thanks Susana!! Yes it’s definitely a keeper 🙂
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Love your pants combined with the chic blouse!! Adore!! ❤️
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Thanks dear it’s my new take on adding a pop of color to monotonous black and white! Have a happy Monday beautiful! 🙂
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Monochrome can never go out of style.. Love how you styled this. The cape looks great. Have a great week ahead 🙂
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I agree monotonous outfits are always chic and classy! And a pop of color to give it an avant garde twist isn’t that bad too! Thanks for your lovely comment Dan have a great Monday!! 🙂
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Lovely pictures as always Lena! The shoes are lovely too! Xo
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Thanks Ting! Glad you liked this post! Happy Monday girl! 🙂
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Ofc I did! And Happy Monday to you too 🙂 xo
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Love the cape and everything you paired it with!! Looks great 🙂
xxx
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Thank you Camilla that’s very sweet of you dear! Much love!
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Love love love that cape!! You cannot beat this fall look and the color of the pants with the booties. It is fall perfection!
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Thanks dear it truly is a magnificent piece! Fall’s a great time for layering these cropped pieces and I’m glad to put it to good use before it gets any colder! Have a happy monday!! 🙂
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I completely agree.!! My favorite colors for outfits.!
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Thanks Rose glad you liked them!! ❤
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That cape is gorgeous!
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Thanks Shireen it truly is a gorgeous one!! Much love and thanks for your lovely comment!
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i love the cape! so stylish
xxx
isa
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Thanks Isabel it really adds fun to a fall get-up! 🙂
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Lovely post Lena! The cape is an amazing trend for this fall winter, and that one goes perfectly with black and burgundy! ❤️
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Thanks Pipsysl! It definitely adds a bit of jazz to fall attire with the luscious material and avant-garde style! Have a wonderful Monday dear!! xo~
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Hi Lena! As always beautiful pictures of you dressed in an amazing outfit. ❤ I love the pants. The colour and fit, just how I like it 🙂
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Thank you Hanne I’m very happy that you enjoyed this post! Yes I love these pink pants they truly are fresh of breath air and I love how well-fitted they are! Paige denim really is a spectacular brand at an affordable price! 🙂
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Love it! Adorable as always!
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Thanks Kelli!! Much love ::)
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Love your cape and the accessories:). You look incredible!
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Thank you Tanya! Glad you liked it 🙂
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Beautiful outfit! I especially love the cape.
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Thank you Alecz! Yes it indeed is a spectacular piece! 🙂
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Ahh this makes me want to go out and buy one now!
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Hi Malayna, ’tis the season for the layering effect! And a great layering piece this is! Lol~ thanks for stopping by sweetie hope you’re enjoying your day 🙂
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I’m a sucker for capes! They are so glamorous!
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Indeed they are! They really take an outfit up a notch!! Thanks for dropping by Sheena 🙂
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Pretty outfit 🙂
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Thank you Eea!! You’re too sweet dear!!
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One of my favorites so far! I’ve been dying for a cape to wear in the winter; they are so chic!
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Hi Amy! They really are fun to wear! And I love the different versions out there – lone ones can be worn with above the knee boots, and short ones are good for the crop effect! Hope you find a one you like! ❤
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Love the monochrome fur capelet! So chic and elegant!
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Thanks Prudence!! It really is a fun piece to wear with shirts in that palette! 🙂
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The cape is so nice, but I also am loving the title of this post!
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Thanks Zaychishka! Much love dear xo~
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Nice cape, great style. You look amazing 😉
Have a beautiful day.
Julia ❤
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Thank you Julia that’s very sweet of you! Have a great one yourself!! ❤
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What a beautiful cape, love the combination. xx
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Thanks Tania! Yes it’s currently my favorite go-to outfit for that avant-garde style. Plus capes are so trendy this season! 🙂
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Perfect combination of textures! Surprising yet effective 🙂 Can’t wait to try it myself! And your cutout boots add that extra edge to your outfit! xx
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Thanks Naeun! Glad you like this outfit, it really is my way to channel the avant-garde effect 🙂 Both capes and mules are so trendy this season, so it’s a great way to work popular styles into wardrobe staples 🙂 Have a great day dear!! Much love~
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LOVE your jeans!
Xo, Wendy Watson from College Cheese
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Thanks Wendy! Much love~
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The cape looks fantastic on you! X
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Thanks Huimin!! 🙂
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Hi Lena! Fantastic style choices! You look amazing! Love the mix of prints and textures! How did you go about choosing a cape? Were you looking for frugal yet fashionable or an investment piece? I have my eye on a lovely camel cape but I am not sure whether to splurge on a piece that is ‘of the moment’. Hope you have a wonderful day! ~ Lauren http://www.ginnysclosetblog.com
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Thanks Lauren glad you liked this outfit! I think for me I like a cape in neutral shades like black, white, beige or a combination of such compatible colors. I think it’s definitely a trendy piece for Fall and great for layering but definitely not warm enough for the bristling winter. But then again it’s a case-by-case scenario; if it’s something that you absolutely adore and can easily play up different outfits then it’s worth the investment. What’s the website for this camel cape you’re talking about? Would love to check it out 🙂
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Love the cape and the outfit in general 😀
xxo
Niki
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Thanks Niki!! 🙂
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i love your look ❤
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Thanks dear!!
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Absolutely love the capelet. The outfits is fab from head to toe! x E
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Thanks Elizabeth! The capelet is truly a fun a unique piece! xo~ Lena
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I love this look from head to toe! You look great 🙂
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Thanks girl!! Appreciate the lovely comment 🙂
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Looking fabulous as always! Your shoes remind me of mine lol we have similar taste! I love them! I also love that faded red in the pants I think that’s really cool! xx
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Thanks Marlene!! Do you have an OOTD post wearing those shoes? Mules are so chic and on-trend this season! Thanks for dropping by dear have a great day!! ❤
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Yeah you can check out my ‘outfits’ section of my site and scroll through until you find the one that shows them 🙂
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The cape ❤️ so pretty like you, dear!
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Thanks Kim!! Much love dear 🙂
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Absolutely love this look, that cape is amazing! You have great taste!
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Thank you Katie & Martha!! Really glad you enjoyed this post. Have a great one!!
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I love the cape! It’s a great price point, too!
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Thanks Jacqueline! It definitely is! And so chic too! 🙂
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I love your outfit
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Thanks Billie! 🙂
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This look is phenomenal. So perfect!
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Great cape! The colors everything! 🙂
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Thank you lovely!!
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Loved your dress very much 🙂
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